David Malukas will miss the start of the 2024 IndyCar race due to injury

Last weekend, David Malukas He broke his hand after an accident while training on a mountain bike. Arrow McLaren immediately confirmed that its driver would undergo surgery to treat the injury.

Thus, the 22-year-old, who faces his first season with Zac Brown's squad in 2024, He underwent surgery Tuesday afternoon to repair ligaments in his left wristArrow McLaren confirmed this Wednesday.

The Lithuanian American's recovery time is estimated at six weeksOnce the points are removed on February 22nd. With the campaign starting in less than four weeks, from March 8 to 10, on the streets of Saint Petersburg, the situation has forced Aru McLaren to… Reserve driver options are being evaluated to replace Malukas in his No.6 car, which will be announced in due course.

“It's heartbreaking for David Malukas, of course, and for our entire teamArrow McLaren Director said, Gavin Ward. “We saw how much work he and this entire group put in to prepare for his first season wearing a Papaya uniform.”

“But often, How we recover from setbacks and adversity defines our identity and character.. “We will do everything we can to support David in his recovery, and when he returns to the track, success will be even more enjoyable,” he commented.

After taking podium finishes in his first 34 races with Dale Coyne Racing at HMD Motorsports, Malukas has signed with Arrow McLaren to replace Felix Rosenqvist and complete a driver line-up that also includes Pato O'Ward and Alexander Rossi for 2024.

“I feel bad about what happened, especially with the start of the season coming up“I feel bad for the team, who worked hard to prepare for our first season together,” Malukas explained. I will work hard to get back on track as soon as possible. I can’t wait to compete again with the team wearing the Papaya jersey,” concluded the Chicago-born driver.